For snowshoeing, it's best to wear ankle-high, waterproof hiking boots or special winter shoes. Using the right snowshoe stepping technique will not only get you moving faster, but will also conserve energy. Always remember the following when walking uphill: as soon as it gets steeper, you should start using the heel lifters. This will get you standing nearly upright, which makes the uphill going much easier. To go downhill quickly with snowshoes, using a glissade or step-slide technique is recommended. To do this, lean back slightly and glide down with your knees slightly bent. The further you lean back, the more you can increase your pace.

Want to go snowshoeing in the Jungfrau Region but don’t have the right equipment? You can rent (or buy, of course) some or all of the necessary equipment in select stores.

Every snowshoe hike in Grindelwald is unique. You can go by day, by night, alone or in a group. A local guide can help you get the most out of your snowshoeing tour. The mountain sports and snow sports schools in the Jungfrau Region offer a wide range of guided snowshoeing tours.